The Value of Education-Based Athletics with Athletic Director, Paula Conway
Description
The boys are back for a new season with this fresh episode of Life is Life. Paula Conway, the athletic director at The Bishop's School, discusses her background in sports and coaching, her journey to becoming an athletic director, and the challenges she faced along the way. She shares her experiences as a field hockey player and coach, her transition to coaching in college, and her decision to pursue a career in administration. Paula also talks about the importance of acclimatization and safety in sports, the role of female athletic directors. She emphasizes the importance of building a strong team culture and supporting student-athletes both on and off the field. She highlights the significance of education-based athletics and the value of the high school sports experience. The conversation explores the pressure and intensity of youth sports, the role of high school athletics, the impact of club sports on recruitment, and the importance of balance and perspective for student-athletes and their parents.
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